33 Songs About Falling Out Of Love
We like to think the first person we fall in love with will be with us for the rest of our lives, but it’s often not the case. We may fall out of love with them, or they may fall out of love with us.
Regardless of what side of the fence you sit on, here are the best songs about falling out of love.
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“Before You Go” by Lewis Capaldi
Song year: 2019
Among the most moving songs ever written about lovers parting ways, this song is an excellent choice if you’ve just experienced a breakup and are looking for inspiration.
In a song that spans various emotions, Lewis Capaldi takes listeners on a journey of sorrow. We like how Capaldi uses different voice tones and tempos to convey the gamut of emotions one may feel after a breakup.
“A Change of Heart” by The 1975
Song year: 2016
This track by The 1975 portrays every stage of falling out of love:
You fall head over heels and can’t get enough of them. However, as time passes, you begin to see that they aren’t who they seem to be and that their imperfections are no longer ignorable.
As you learn more about someone, you may also discover that you lose interest in them. All this is portrayed on a quite upbeat backing track.
“Broken Strings” by James Morrison
Song year: 2008
“Broken Strings” is about the difficulty of deciding to quit a troubled relationship while still caring deeply about your partner and hoping beyond hope that things might be salvaged. In this song, the protagonist realizes that the two people involved must part ways.
“Circles” by Post Malone
Song year: 2019
In “Circles,” Post Malone recounts the highs and lows of a relationship. Because his partner’s feelings shift like the seasons, he wonders whether their relationship is doomed. Listening to this song may help you figure out what to do if you’ve lost romantic interest in your relationship.
“Cry Me a River” by Justin Timberlake
Song year: 2002
This song is about discovering your lover has cheated on you and is now acting like the victim, even though they are the ones who have injured you. After a relationship ends, it's healthy and enjoyable to shut the other person out of your life and say no to their requests.
“Don’t Know How To Keep Loving You” by Julia Jacklin
Song year: 2019
This dreamy but rustic song by Julia Jacklin offers an opportunity to go outside one's usual frame of reference and consider other viewpoints.
The simple yet wrenching words weave a narrative of the feelings experienced when one begins to doubt their choice to stay with their spouse.
“Don’t Love You No More (I’m Sorry)” by Craig David
Song year: 2005
Truthfully informing the other person of the situation is the fairest option since they at least deserve that much. This song confirms that this is the last farewell. Craig David's singing warms the heart like the sun on a winter day.
“End of the Road” by Boyz II Men
Song year: 1992
This love song is for individuals who have lost their significant other but still can't bring themselves to go on with their lives. When they are not at your side, you lose the ability to sleep and eventually lose yourself. It's because you couldn't have been whole without them.
This is truly one of the best songs about falling out of love.
“Forget Me Too” by Machine Gun Kelly feat. Halsey
Song year: 202
Do you and your partner ever go through challenging patches when you question whether or not you want to be together? Listen to Machine Gun Kelly and Halsey's heartbreaking “Forget Me Too.” You'll know it's time to pick up the broken pieces and go on.
“Hard Feelings / Loveless” by Lorde
Song year: 2017
Lorde's “Hard Feelings / Loveless” is an ode for anybody whose romantic life is a roller coaster. Sometimes you're sure your lover is the one for the rest of your life, and sometimes you're not. This song takes you on that journey.
“How You Gonna Act Like That” by Tyrese
Song year: 2002
In a laid-back rhythm, this song expresses the depth of your commitment to the person you love. It's also about realizing your lover has lost interest in the relationship and stopped loving you.
